Diverging Fortunes: Huawei Rises as Apple Falls in China

Smartphone shipments in China experienced a 2.4% decline in the second quarter compared to the previous year. Apple's sales decreased by 1.6%, while Huawei saw a 17.6% increase. Huawei led the market with an 18.1% shipment share, trailed by Vivo, Oppo, and Xiaomi.

Smartphone shipments in China saw a downward trend, dropping by 2.4% in the second quarter year-over-year, as reported by Counterpoint Research on Tuesday.

In a surprising turn, Apple's sales in China declined by 1.6%, yet Huawei surged ahead with a remarkable 17.6% increase, according to Counterpoint's press release.

Dominating the market, Huawei secured the top spot with an 18.1% share of shipments, with Vivo, Oppo, and Xiaomi trailing its lead.

(With inputs from agencies.)